as in promptly
without delay
if we don't leave immediately, we'll be late for the concert
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Recent Examples of immediately
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026
Mai could not be immediately reached for comment Wednesday.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
The Vatican spokesman didn’t immediately respond when asked for details of the call.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Leaders in Pakistan, a key player in peace negotiations so far, also did not immediately comment.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 6 May 2026
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Adverb
Slice and serve immediately with the gravy.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026
Mai could not be immediately reached for comment Wednesday.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
The Vatican spokesman didn’t immediately respond when asked for details of the call.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Leaders in Pakistan, a key player in peace negotiations so far, also did not immediately comment.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediately
Adverb
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She was released in November 2010, just days after an election, and promptly returned to politics.—
Lorcan Lovett,
NPR,
3 May 2026
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Observing disease early and responding promptly by cutting out and removing affected growth from the garden helps prevent minor infections from becoming persistent problems.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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If denim isn’t your thing, a wide-leg stretchy trouser instantly elevates any outfit while still feeling easy.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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We reprice companies instantly when the math changes.—
Katica Roy,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
Adverb
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More and more months go by, and the frozen, now really dead animals stayed in the freezer.—
Corky Carroll,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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Cases are now reported across multiple countries after passengers disembarked in Africa and Europe, prompting health officials to trace contacts globally.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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That kind of spending has no cap — unlike donations directly to a campaign, which are capped at $1,000 per election.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2026
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One of the biggest draws, however, was reportedly the private elevator entrance that opens directly into the apartment, adding an extra layer of privacy and security.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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“Immediately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immediately. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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